How many tornadoes has Florida Ridge, FL had?
Florida Ridge has had 100 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 3 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Florida Ridge?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Florida Ridge was an EF0 on October 9, 2024.
When is tornado season in Florida Ridge?
August is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Florida Ridge, with 18 on record. April through June account for 32 of the 100 tornadoes on record near Florida Ridge.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
100
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
3
3.0% of total
Peak Month
August
18 on record
Per Year Avg
1.3
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Florida Ridge
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
35 total, averaging 1.8 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
9
2023
1
2022
4
2021
1
2020
0
2019
1
2018
0
2017
3
2016
4
2015
0
2014
1
2013
0
2012
4
2011
2
2010
1
2009
1
2008
2
2007
1
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
6
1960s
8
1970s
15
1980s
12
1990s
12
2000s
16
2010s
16
2020s
15
Tornadoes by Enhanced Fujita Rating
F0–F5 ratings (pre-2007) are grouped with their EF equivalents. The Enhanced Fujita scale replaced the original Fujita scale in February 2007.
EF0
63
EF1
26
EF2
8
EF3
3
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
2
Feb
4
Mar
5
Apr
8
May
11
Jun
13
Jul
8
Aug
18
Sep
11
Oct
16
Nov
2
Dec
2
Casualties on Record Near Florida Ridge
9 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Florida Ridge since 1950, across 3 events. 71 injuries have been reported across all events. 2024 was the deadliest year on record near Florida Ridge.
The deadliest single event was an EF3 on October 9, 2024, which caused 6 fatalities along a 21.2-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Florida Ridge
Deadliest Tornado
EF3 on October 9, 2024 — 6 fatalities, 21.2 mi path, 500 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on October 9, 2024 — $514.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF3 on October 9, 2024 — 500 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF2 on October 9, 2024 — 65.5 mile track.
Most Recent
EF0 on October 9, 2024.
What the record shows near Florida Ridge
The 2000s were the busiest decade near Florida Ridge, with 16 of the 100 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 15 so far. The Florida Ridge record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Florida Ridge, 89 reached EF0 or EF1 and 11 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Florida Ridge is rated EF3, of which 3 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Florida Ridge has averaged 1.8 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 35 in total. 2024 was the busiest of them with 9, and 6 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Florida Ridge, FL had?
Since 1950, 100 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Florida Ridge. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Florida Ridge?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Florida Ridge was an EF3 on October 9, 2024, which caused 6 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Florida Ridge?
August is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Florida Ridge, with 18 tornadoes on record. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring months (April–June) generally see the highest activity across most of the central and southern United States.
When was the most recent tornado near Florida Ridge?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Florida Ridge was an EF0 on October 9, 2024.
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